Electrician - Basildon

Build Recruitment Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing contractor seeks an experienced Electrician for a permanent position in Basildon and surrounding areas. You will be responsible for electrical repairs and installations in domestic properties, ensuring all work meets safety regulations. The role offers a salary of £38,000, a company van, fuel card, and various benefits including holidays, a profit share scheme, and ongoing training. An ideal position for those looking for stability and progression in their career.

Benefits

Company van & fuel card

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Profit share bonus scheme

Enhanced pension & life assurance

Healthcare cash plan

Flexible working options

Ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation required.
• 18th Edition qualification is essential.
• ECS Gold Card or working towards it.
• Testing qualification like 2391 or equivalent preferred.
• Full UK driving licence is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Carry out electrical repairs and installations in domestic properties.
• Ensure compliance with BS7671 regulations and Health & Safety.
• Utilize PDA/mobile for job completion.
• Work independently and with a skilled team.
• Deliver a first-time-fix approach.

Skills

Electrical repairs

Health & Safety procedures

Independent working

Team collaboration

First-time-fix approach

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation

18th Edition qualification

Testing qualification (e.g., 2391)

Job description

Electrician – Social Housing

Basildon (and surrounding areas)
Permanent £38,000 Van, Fuel Card & Great Benefits
Apply now with Build Recruitment – contact George Masson

Build Recruitment are looking for an experienced Electrician to join a leading social housing contractor, delivering high-quality electrical repairs, testing and installation work across occupied and void properties.

If you’re looking for a stable, long-term perm role with a company that values its people and invests in your future, this one’s for you.

The Role

• Carry out electrical repairs, maintenance, testing and installation work to domestic properties
• Ensure all work meets BS7671 regulations and Health & Safety procedures
• Use PDA/mobile systems for accurate job completion
• Work both independently and as part of a skilled team
• Deliver a first-time-fix approach and represent the business with professionalism

What You’ll Need

• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Electrical Installation
• 18th Edition qualification (essential)
• ECS Gold Card (or working towards it)
• Testing qualification (e.g., 2391 or equivalent)
• Full UK driving licence

What’s On Offer

• £38,000 salary
• Company van & fuel card (work use only)
• 26 days holiday bank holidays
• Profit share bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension & life assurance
• Healthcare cash plan
• Flexible working & holiday options
• Ongoing training, development & career progression

Join a business that puts people first – offering genuine work-life balance, progression opportunities and a strong, supportive team culture.

Interested?

Apply today or contact George Masson at Build Recruitment to find out more.